level up

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A gameplay mechanic that involves a character (or more rarely object) advancing to a new level. A level can be described as a stat used in video games to track a player's experience or progression towards a specific task, and is generally perceived as an indication of achievement. A level up is typically achieved by performing some repetitive task such as fighting enemies, or completing objectives to achieve experience. Upon leveling up, a character may receive additional perks, or abilities. Generally, the higher the level something is, the more stronger, or powerful that something is.

Sometimes objects such as weapons have levels, and these levels may increase with the usage of the weapon. Not all upgrade systems will use levels, and this phenomenon may be better described as a weapon upgrade.